Health and safety advice

Medical services

• There are a number of options for students seeking medical assistance in Bandar Sunway.
• The township’s main hospital - Sunway Medical Centre, is a private establishment, situated 15 minutes away (walking distance) from the Sunway campus. Students who require medical attention may visit the Accident and Emergency unit of the hospital.
• Students are advised to pay upfront and retain all medical receipts/invoices for future insurance claims.
• There are quite a number of medical clinics around Bandar Sunway and they usually operate during office hours. Some of these are 24-hour clinics

Safety

• Malaysia has very strict laws on drug possession and trafficking.
• Bandar Sunway, and the surrounding Subang Jaya area is generally safe, but students are advised to exercise common sense and take safety precautions.
• Driving under the influence of alcohol is a serious offence and breathalyser tests by the police are common.
• Common sense rules of safety apply. Be aware of pickpockets in crowded areas, touts, walk against the direction of traffic, and avoid deserted areas.

Health precautions

• Tap water is generally drinkable but it is advisable to drink bottled water whenever possible.
• Heat exhaustion is rare, but do consume lots of fluids, use a hat and sunscreen.
• Hawker food is popular in Malaysia, but please exercise care in selecting where to eat.