It was an amazing show of support from not only the management and staff of GHK Motors Sdn Bhd but also public servants and the public who took time out to donate blood.
GHK staff member Mohd Azizi bin Haji Awang Ariffin marked his second time replenishing the blood stock for Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Saleha Hospital’s blood bank.
Initially he was a bit sceptical but was encouraged by his colleagues to donate blood as it not only save lives but is also beneficial to his well-being. “After the donation, I have made it a point to donate as long as I am fit and capable. For those who have never donated out of fear of needles or others, push that fear away and give it a try for once, you will know how good the after feeling is.”
“Fifty-eight-year-old Jamaliah binti Haji Narudin from the Municipal Department has been an active blood donor, having donated a total of 17 times to date.”
“One positive change is that, unlike before when you had to wait six months to donate blood again, you can now donate every three months.
“This allows me more opportunities to help save lives. I hope more people will come out to support this initiative, wherever it may take place.”
Junny bin Bulat, a 44-year-old self-employed Malaysian, has been actively donating blood since 2022 and has made a total of seven donations. His blood donation journey started when he visited a blood donation campaign at a shopping mall, and since then, he has become an active donor.
He applauded GHK Motors’s active engagement in blood donation drives and hopes they can organise it more frequently.
Junny also called on the community to come forward and donate. Pengiran Hasminor bin Pengiran Hashim has been working with GHK Motors for the past 17 years. However, he was only able to participate after a few years with the company upon realising the demand of blood supply needed for critical patients shared through the social media.
Since then, he has started donating blood and has made over 10 donations.
“There’s nothing to be afraid of,” said Pengiran Hasminor, who added that living in fear of needles will prevent one from ever experiencing the benefits of donating blood.
He also expressed that the sense of satisfaction from knowing that a pint of blood will go to someone in need is invaluable.
Public servant Sullvina binti Sirul, who is working at the Treasury Department, shared this was her first experience donating blood.
“Thankfully I passed the health screening and I was a bit nervous. I felt a sense of relief once I got through and I am definitely going to donate again,” said Sullvina.
Meanwhile, Sales Manager Ahmad Adam mentioned that in addition to the company’s corporate social responsibility, the initiative aims to highlight the importance of health screenings and check-ups among employees.
It also helps them identify which blood types are needed or in short supply through their Bloodkad app. – Lyna Mohamad
