Fooyin University was established in 1958 to promote and maintain health in Taiwan and this mission remains its highest priority today. At Fooyin health is considered a holistic ideal embracing every aspect of a person's physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being. Thus, at Fooyin, in addition to promoting competence and quality in healthcare, traditional liberal arts and professional education are integrated in such a way as to bring a deep concern for not only the body but also the whole person.

Fooyin Journal of Health Sciences is published by Elsevier for the Fooyin University.