In 2009, Moshe had a routine PSA test, a blood test that can help find prostate cancer early. His results were in a normal range, but that summer Moshe noticed a change when he peed.
At first, he wasn’t too worried, but he knew something was off. The following year Moshe had another routine PSA test. His results were in the normal range, but his wife, Dr Judith Weinroth, noticed that his PSA count had doubled in size since his last test.
The increase in Moshe's PSA level along with the change in his pee led him to see a urologist, a doctor who specializes in treating problems of the urinary tract, kidneys and the male genitals. A biopsy confirmed that Moshe had prostate cancer.
“When you hear the word cancer, you hear nothing else. While my family was supportive, they were also very concerned.”
A diagnosis that affected 2 brothers
As Moshe was dealing with his diagnosis, his doctor suggested that his twin brother could also be at higher risk for prostate cancer. Moshe encouraged his brother to get tested right away.
"I sat down with my brother, explained what was happening to me and told him: you need to be tested.”
His brother had a biopsy, and the results showed he had prostate cancer too.
It turned out that he had also been living with prostate cancer. We were shocked, because he had no idea.Moshe chose to have his prostate removed, and he had surgery later that year.
Looking back, he believes that paying attention to changes in his body and following up with testing made a meaningful difference for both him and his brother.
Since 2010, Moshe has been cancer-free. He now spends his free time raising awareness about prostate cancer and encouraging men to learn more about PSA testing.
“My situation made me very conscious that I needed to share my story with all the men that I knew."
Raising awareness through music
In 2014, Moshe organized a fundraising concert for Prostate Cancer Canada, which merged with the Canadian Cancer Society in 2020.
The event gave him an opportunity to combine his love of music with his commitment to raising awareness about prostate.
His wife Dr. Judith Weinnroth, played a key role in organizing the event and bringing the concert to life. The concert supported his efforts to increase access to PSA testing and allowed Moshe to combine his love for music with prostate cancer advocacy.
“I brought in some colleagues of mine, and we had a beautiful concert to raise money for this important cause.”
Today, Moshe continues to encourage the men in his life to talk with their doctors about prostate health and PSA testing. He also reminds people to pay attention to changes in their bodies and speak up when something doesn't seem right.
“We have the fortunate ability to be tested,” says Moshe. "But even then, you have to know your own body. You have to be tuned into what's happening with you personally, and if you have any doubts, you've got to check it out."
In 2026, an estimated 29,300 men in Canada are expected to be diagnosed with prostate cancer. This Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, help change the future of those affected by prostate cancer and join the Canadian Cancer Society in funding world-leading research to improve early detection, treatment and support.
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