Origin of the Poppy

We all know the poppy as a bright and elegant red flower used to remind us of the soldiers whose lives were lost at war. Over the last century, generations have sported the poppy over their hearts on Remembrance Day as an ode to these brave soldiers. The symbol of the poppy as a sign

World Mental Health Day

This World Mental Health Day, Dr. Oommen and Dr. Di Liello share their insight on how to approach a loved one who’s struggling with their mental health.

Tick Talk!

Summertime is finally here in Montreal! The days are getting warmer, the pools are open, sports cars are out, terraces buzzing with people, oh… and the ticks are biting! Not to worry, we have some helpful information to guide you this summer!

Got Shovel trouble?

With Canada’s heavy snow storms or even everyday snowfalls, comes a risk of injuries by shoveling. 
Nationwide, snow shoveling is responsible for thousands of injuries and as many as 100 deaths each year.
To help prevent snow fall shoveling injuries, Dr. Di Liello, Dr. Oommen and Rosemary have teamed up to show you the proper technique to snow shoveling.

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month 2018 🍅

Cardiogenix Medical Centre is all about prevention! In their lifetime, 1 in 7 men will be diagnosed with Prostate Cancer which is what makes it the MOST common cancer amongst Canadian Men.
Being Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Oommen wants to let you know the best way to decrease your risk.

Dr. Oommen on CJAD AM800: Health tips of the Week!

We’re excited to share with you brand new health segments of Dr Oommen’s radio appearances on CJAD AM800 with radio host Andrew Carter. 
Listen to all the segments below, we’d love to hear your thoughts on this!

The REAL StairMaster

As Rosemary mentioned in episode 1,  the average amount of steps everyone should be getting a day is 10,000 steps. You can get creative with the many different ways to get those steps, but in today’s episode, you will see a different side of Dr. Oommen!

Let’s Step it up!

February is  the month of the heart and that’s very important for Cardiogenix. For that reason, throughout the month of February, we will be sharing with you tips and tricks, from a medical stand point, to help you in keeping your heart strong and healthy for years to come.

Dr. Oommen’s 2 Health Tips of the Week

Dr. Oommen’s Health segments on CJAD 800AM end on this week! If you did not get a chance to tune in, you can listen to his last 2 segments of the month here!

Dr. Oommen’s 5 Health Tips of the Week!

Dr. Oommen’s health segments on CJAD 800AM have started this week! If you did not get the chance to tune in, listen to a recap of his 5 segments here!

5 tips to avoid weight gain at work

Many people spend more than 8 hours sitting in front of a computer screen or at the telephone every day at work. With nearby vending machines, a piece of cake for a colleague’s birthday, quick lunches, or business dinners at a restaurant, calories eventually accumulate while the energy cost remains low.

4 Essential Healthy Breakfast Tips to Start the Day

At Cardiogenix, we suggest having breakfast every morning as it is the most important meal of the day. In this blog post, the Cardiogenix team outlines how each person can benefit from adapting their breakfast to their lifestyle.

Meditation, a Powerful Tool to Improve Your Quality of Life

At Cardiogenix, we truly believe in the power of the mind over your body. Discover our meditation advice in order to improve your quality of life day by day.

An Apple a Day Keeps the Doctor Away!

Enjoy the Apple Season with Cardiogenix’s personal favourite apple recipes. From beverages to muffins and even brownies! Find and share some of these healthy recipes!

Steps to a Healthy Heart

For many of us going for a run is a complete turn off. It is high impact and requires stamina to run long distances. If you are just starting a fitness regime towards a healthier lifestyle, walking can be a great first step towards cardiovascular health. In a recent study over six years, it was

Protect Your Skin the Right Way

Summer has arrived! Let’s enjoy the sunny weather! We’re sure we can speak for most of us when we say that we’re ready to soak in that beautiful sunny weather before the cold winter sneaks its way back and never leaves (or at least that is what it feels like here in Montreal)! But how

ALS – Health Tip of the Day!

Warm Baths And Showers: Health Tip Of The Day!

To Stretch or not to Stretch…

Here we are… already in the month of July!! We can now begin taking our aerobic activities outdoors and enjoy the spring freshness. The Cardiogenix Team is starting to get ready for all the spring and summer activities by stepping outside, finally being able to enjoy the sunshine and get back into the groove of

Meal Prepping: Make 7 Meals in 1 Day

Eating healthy can have excellent benefits. According to the Canadian Food Guide, when you eat a wholesome diet, you can expect a healthy bodyweight, increased energy, stronger muscles and bones, lower risk of disease and better overall wellbeing. In fact, healthy eating, combined with exercise, are the best protectors and fighters against heart diseases. WHY

Electronic Cigarettes: Health Tip of the Day!

Loneliness: Health Tip of the Day!

Alzheimer’s: Health Tip of the Day!

The Art of Practicing What You Preach

Day after day, our medical team at Cardiogenix encourages each and every patient to become proactive when it comes to their health and find an activity that keeps you living a “Long, Strong and Happy Life”. What better way to drive home that point than to lead by example. Our team decided to do something,

The Water Challenge

We believe that every person has the power to take their health and lifestyle into their own hands. We see endless “challenges” for a healthier you in magazines and on TV. Most of them mean you need to find time during your day to squeeze in a workout. This challenge is different. It takes no