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Malaysia Records 102 Deceased Organ Donors in 2026
Malaysia reports 102 deceased organ donors in 2026 but 12,575 patients still await transplants.
In brief
Malaysia reports 102 deceased organ donors in 2026 but 12,575 patients still await transplants. Malaysia recorded 102 deceased organ donors in 2026 compared to 89 in 2025, with 12,575 patients waiting for transplants. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
Malaysia records 102 deceased organ donors
Malaysia recorded 102 deceased organ donors from January to August 2026, up from 89 in 2025.
12,575 patients await transplants
12,575 patients still await transplants as of July 2026, with low donation rates compared to international standards.
Public awareness rising
Public awareness of organ donation has increased but remains far from satisfactory with many families unaware of donor wishes.
450,000 registered donors
450,000 individuals are registered as organ donors, but actual donations remain low due to family decision-making.
National Transplant Council
Health Ministry will establish National Transplant Council to improve coordination of organ donation and transplantation.
Religious engagement
MOH will engage with religious institutions to address misconceptions about organ donation and religious compatibility.
Terengganu hosts awareness week
Terengganu hosts National Organ Donation Awareness Week 2026 with seven organ donation procedures this year.
The short version
Malaysia recorded 102 deceased organ donors in 2026 compared to 89 in 2025, with 12,575 patients waiting for transplants.
