In recognition of February Cancer Prevention Month, jscreen—the national nonprofit focused on preventing genetic diseases through accessible testing and education—is partnering with the Manischewitz kosher-food company to host community-based cancer genetic testing and education events in New York City focused on prevention, early detection and informed health decisions.
The initiative includes a Feb. 8 screening event at MMJCCM featuring author and health advocate Gila Pfeffer, as well as an additional New York City screening hosted by jscreen and Manischewitz at Yeshiva University later in the month to expand community access to testing.
It will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. as part of the MMJCCM Fitness Open House at MMJCCM, 334 Amsterdam Ave. at 76th Street in Manhattan. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about their genetic health in a supportive, community-centered environment.
The Feb. 11 screening will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Yeshiva University’s Nagel Lobby in the Gottesman Building. The event will offer reproductive carrier screening and on-site test kit pickup as part of jscreen and Manischewitz’s Cancer Prevention Month programming.
Participants may have access to the following screenings, depending on event location:
- Reproductive Carrier Screen: Evaluates hundreds of genetic conditions, including Tay-Sachs, that are common in Jewish and other communities, enabling families to plan for healthy pregnancies.
- Hereditary Cancer Test: Identifies genetic mutations linked to cancers such as breast, ovarian and colorectal cancer, allowing for prevention or early diagnosis and treatment.
Adding a personal voice to the Feb. 8 event, attendees will have the opportunity to meet Gila Pfeffer, author, content creator and health advocate behind the “Feel It on the First” breast health-awareness campaign. Pfeffer brings a real-world perspective on early detection, self-advocacy and proactive health conversations.
Guests can also enjoy offerings from the Manischewitz Food Truck.
“This collaboration brings together health education, community engagement and meaningful conversation around prevention,” said Dr. Matt Goldstein, CEO of jscreen. “By aligning with Cancer Prevention Month, we’re encouraging people to take proactive steps toward understanding their genetic risks and protecting their future health.”
Genetic Testing Event Dates and Locations:
MMJCCM, NYC
Feb. 8, 2026
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
MMJCCM
334 Amsterdam Ave. at 76th Street
New York, N.Y. 10023
Yeshiva University, NYC
Feb. 11, 2026
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Nagel Lobby, Gottesman Building
Yeshiva University
2520 Amsterdam Ave.
New York, N.Y. 10033
Registration & Testing Details
• Register at jscreen.org
• Feb. 8: MMJCCM (event code: 2026MMJCCM)
• Feb. 11: Yeshiva University
• $18 upfront fee per test
• Lab fees are billed to insurance, with many participants paying little to no out-of-pocket cost, depending on coverage
• Test kits are distributed on site at each event
