Meet The Malaysian Man Who’s Donated Blood More Times Than He Can Remember — And He’s Not Done Yet

For some, giving blood is an occasional good deed. For others like Muhammad Tabrizi Hussin, it is a calling; an enduring act of compassion rooted in memory, gratitude and a deep sense of purpose.

Since 2009, the 48-year-old, who lives in Kuala Lumpur and travels to Subang Jaya whenever needed, has been a familiar presence at Subang Jaya Medical Centre (SJMC), quietly making a difference and saving lives with each donation.

It all started with a moment of solidarity. One morning at work, Tabrizi’s Head of Department gathered the team and shared news that a colleague needed urgent help. That quiet call for support sparked something in him.

“A few of us responded and came down to support. That moment marked the beginning of my journey. I became a regular blood donor at SJMC. Everything just progressed naturally.

“I can not quite remember when it all began, it has been so many years. I was already donating back when the blood bank was still housed in the old building,” he said in an interview with Sinar Daily. 

His journey is deeply personal. Tabrizi often donates in memory of his late mother, whom he lost in 1987 when he was just 10. 

That sense of loss, paired with a desire to honour life, drives him.

“For me, being an on-call blood donor is never a burden; it is a privilege. Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to SJMC is a small sacrifice compared to what the patients and their families endure.

“Among the donations over the years, two moments stand out. In one, the mother of a young leukemia patient came to the blood bank to thank the donor who had helped her daughter. A nurse pointed her to me and we shared a heartfelt conversation.

“On another occasion, the father of a thalassemia patient sat beside me during the entire donation process. We talked about his daughter’s condition and the challenges of living with thalassemia.

“Being able to meet the families and hear their stories made me feel both honoured and appreciated,” Tabrizi shared.

These moments are more than just emotional touchpoints, they are affirmations that every drop matters. Tabrizi mentioned that he never started with any particular number or target in mind. His only aim has been to stay consistent, every visit counts, the goal is just not to stop.

Being a regular donor is not just about turning up; it is about staying ready. Physically, Tabrizi has had to maintain discipline.

“To be eligible to donate regularly, I need to stay in good health—eat well, exercise consistently and take care of myself. In many ways, blood donation has shaped not just my mindset, but my lifestyle too.

“And emotionally, it grounds me. It keeps me grateful and gives my life added meaning, there is a strong sense of purpose in knowing you can help someone you may never meet.

“To the younger generation, I would say: start now. Build the habit early. Donating blood is one of the simplest yet most powerful ways to give back. It is a value that could be cultivated even from school, through our education system and community efforts,” he said.

While SJMC does offer small gestures to appreciate donors such as free parking and occasional health checkups, Tabrizi feels that more can be done. He emphasised that even simple incentives can go a long way in encouraging people to continue giving.

Tabrizi does not consider himself a hero. To him, regular blood donation is just something he can do, something anyone can do to help make the world a little better. And as long as he is able, he has no plans of slowing down.

Source: Sinar Daily