British Couple Praise Malaysia’s Accessible and Affordable Healthcare

Malaysia’s healthcare system continues to earn praise from international visitors. Recently, travel content creators Bob and Eve shared on TikTok their positive experience getting vaccinated in Kuala Lumpur.

During their visit to Klinik Dr. Prevents in Segambut, they were surprised by how straightforward the process was. In the UK, they explained, getting a Typhoid vaccine usually requires a prior appointment, long wait times, and additional hassle. In Malaysia, they simply walked into the clinic, received the vaccine, and left within minutes.

“This is a bit of a novelty because back home in the UK, you have to make an appointment and wait probably ages, and it’s not easy. But here, we just walked in and we’re gonna get it. Perfect,” Eve shared.

After the vaccination, Bob commented, “That has to be one of the easiest vaccinations I think I’ve ever had. We have our vaccination certificates here, and it costs just RM80 per person. This is ten times better than in England.”

Malaysia’s Healthcare Compared to the UK’s System

Both Malaysia and the UK offer strong healthcare systems, but there are clear differences. Malaysia operates on a two-tier system — public healthcare, heavily subsidised by the government, and private healthcare. In the UK, healthcare is mainly provided by the NHS (National Healthcare Service), funded through taxation.

While UK healthcare is often described as “free,” it is actually paid for indirectly through taxes. In Malaysia, patients accessing public healthcare services pay minimal fees, typically between RM1 to RM5.

Despite both systems being well-developed, patients in the UK often endure longer wait times, even for basic treatments, largely due to a shortage of doctors per capita. Malaysia, however, has faced its own doctor shortage since 2016, largely attributed to the rapid expansion of medical schools in the 1990s and early 2000s. Although the country initially produced a high number of medical graduates, job placements became scarce, leading to professional bottlenecks and brain drain.

Additionally, Malaysia has positioned itself as a leading destination for medical tourism, offering affordable yet high-quality healthcare for international patients. Conversely, the UK does not focus on attracting medical tourists.

Bob and Eve’s experience is a testament to the growing confidence among foreigners in Malaysia’s healthcare capabilities, especially for straightforward and affordable medical services.

Source : Tiktok

 By Tarziman — 29 Apr 2025, 02:10 PM

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♬ original sound – Bob & Eve