Deepesh Rajpal's Desk

I read this story of "Old Warwick" today. It brought a smile to my face, and I think it shares a wonderful lesson for every leader to learn. A man was lost while driving through the country. As he tried to reach for the map, he accidentally drove off the road into a ditch. Thought he wasn't injured, his car was stuck deep in the mud. So the man walked to a nearby farm to ask for help. "Warwick can get you out of that ditch," said the farmer, pointing to an old mule standing in a field. The man looked at the decrepit old mule and looked at the farmer who just stood there repeating, "Yep, old Warwick can do the job." The man figured he had nothing to lose. The two men and the mule made their way back to the ditch. The farmer hitched the mule to the car. With a snap of the reins, he shouted, "Pull, Fred! Pull, Jack! Pull, Ted! Pull, Warwick!" And the mule pulled that car right out of the ditch. The man was amazed. He thanked the farmer...

‘Depression’ is a condition which is quite prevalent these days courtesy a hectic lifestyle. One might think that this condition is an imaginary one where it is just all in the head, however, on the contrary, depression is a ‘real’ disease, which has an extremely adverse effect on the brain. There are several reasons, apart from changes in the brain chemistry, that lead to depression which include difficult life situations, stress or any other medical condition. There are many symptoms that are associated with this disease that are commonly found in people who are suffering from depression. These symptoms include: a) Angry Outbursts b) Mood Swings  c) Withdrawal from people d) Losing interest in any activity e) Immense Sadness f) Hallucination  g) Lack Of Sleep h) Concentration Problems  Depression is a common problem. Several studies suggest that one in every 5 women and one in every 10 men suffer from the problem of depression. How to fight this disease? Is ther...

Recently moved my local environment and deploying Sterling Commerce 'Yantra' application on JBOSS server. I wanted to deploy application from external directory i.e. from my application ant builds directory i.e. 'c:/Sterling/Foundation/deploy' and not from /server/ /deploy.  There are some very basic/simple steps, which are tough to find on web regarding deploying exploded EAR and from external location in JBOSS.  Once you have created a new server for application (in my case, I am deploying an Sterling Commerce SMCFS application i.e. 'smcfs'). Use ANT tool to generate, EAR contents at external deployment location. Let's call it  EXTERNAL_DIR If deploying in exploded mode, rename the exploded EAR application folder to add '.ear' with folder name i.e. in my case, folder name is  EXTERNAL_DIR/ smcfs.ear . If you are deploying a single archive EAR file, place .ear file inside EXTERNAL_DIR .  Modify /server/smcfs/conf/jboss-service.xml fi...

Attracting New Customers Can be Expensive Sometimes. Happy Patients return for future visits ad are more likely to make referrals.One Way to Get Those Benefits is to Use EMR software in your Office. Studies have shown A Positive Correlation between Such Software and Patient Loyalty. The Benefits of EMR-Systems:-   EMR make it easier for patients to communicate with the medical staff. Office staff can manage records requests and transfers in conjunction with patients through online methods. Suppliers with an EMR System is that can welcome the patient to view records in the workplace. This gives the patient a chance to react to data in the record and pick up a comprehension of the purposes for a treatment choice.   As more hospitals make the switch to EMR solutions, more patients will become aware of the benefits of web-based communication, education and record sharing.

Download Apache HTTPD server from the site: http://httpd.apache.org/download.cgi#apache24 Pick:   httpd-2.4.9.tar.gz Extracting and Installing Extract the contents into one of the user repository locations i.e. /Users/ /httpd cd ~/httpd To install apache you would need Apple Xcode, which can be dowloaded from apple app store. And you would also need a command-line-tool installed. Run following command to configure :             $ ./configure --prefix= PREFIX Where , PREFIX is location or install dir , preferably /usr/local/apache If you get error , following are the resolution: Apple in MacOS X 10.8 and 10.9 breaks the ability to compile Apache modules.   Try going to:   /Applications/Xcode.app/Contents/Developer/Toolchains/   and do:   ln -s XcodeDefault.xctoolchain OSX10.9.xctoolchain $ sudo ln -s /Applications/Xcode.app/Contents/Developer/Toolchains/XcodeDefault.xctoolc...

Ask any physician, and they will tell you that imaging is a key component of the patient health record and is often critical to diagnosis and treatment .  With widespread use of computers in medicine, it is now possible to have "filmless" radiology department and "paperless" hospitals. To make this happen, radiology equipments using computers should be connected seamlessly and computers in a hospital need to be integrated into a network. The Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) Standard describes the means of formatting and exchanging medical images and image related information to facilitate the connectivity of medical devices and systems. The DICOM Standard endorsed by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) is a result of joint efforts of users and manufacturers of medical imaging and healthcare information technology. Integrating medical equipments of different vendors used to be a big issue. Even today with all the advancemen...

Subscription pharmacy is the key to healthy living in the most convenient way. LifCare is one such pharmacy that can take care of all your medical needs once you subscribe to their services. There are certain questions that must be hovering in your mind when you first heard its name. What is LifCare? How does it work? What is the minimum order size? Do they deliver at home? What is the delivery charge? Read on to find answers to all these questions and much more. What is LifCare LifCare is a subscription pharmacy that provides chronic medicines for ailments such as Diabetes, BP and cardiac arrest among others. How does it work? Subscribing to LifCare is quite a simple procedure. This is a step-by-step guide to LifCare and its working process Subscribe – The first step is to subscribe. You need to call on 8302032000 to subscribe to LifCare.  Visit by a Pharmacist – Once you get subscribed to LifCare, their pharmacist will visit you at your home to gather your prescription details....

Suffering from diabetes or high blood pressure levels? Well, then you will know the importance of taking your medicines on time. These ailments require a regular dose of prescribed medicines in particular intervals. However, we often forget or miss regular intake of medicines. Why? The reasons are many Forgetting when to take the medicine You can’t keep tab of the time when you are supposed to take your medicine and often get confused with the schedules. Problem to get medicines from the Pharmacy The task of going to the local pharmacy store and getting your medicines can be quite daunting, at times. Moreover, after a particular age, it gets more difficult to go to a pharmacy store every now and then for the medicines. Affordability Issues Affordability is another major reason why some people avoid taking medicines. It is a stated fact that medical bills can take a huge toll on one’s budget. This is the reason some people skip their medicines which in turn can affect the health adverse...

Studies suggest that cholesterol problems can be talked to/looked at with simple dietary changes. And (medium-hard exercises that last for a while) further improve the cholesterol lowering effects of a healthy diet.  Here are some quick tips to lower cholesterol without drugs : 1 . Say no to trans fats Food manufacturers use trans fats because they extend the shelf life of packaged (cakes, cookies, etc.). They raise LDL (bad cholesterol), lower HDL (good cholesterol), and increase risk of developing heart disease and stroke . They're found in fried foods, (cakes, cookies, etc.) (cakes, pie crusts, frozen pizza, and cookies). Follow this rule: choose fats and oils with 2 grams or less (chicken fat, butter, cream, lard, etc.) per tablespoon. 2 . Switch to olive oil Substituting olive oil for ghee or butter may reduce LDL cholesterol by as much as 15%, which is just like the effect of a low dose of medicine The "good" fats in olive oil benefit your heart. Choose extra-virgi...

Bad rainstorms bring with them a break from the burning summer sun and a much needed drop in temperatures. But they are also known to bring along different viral, bacterial and (related to things that slowly feed off of and weaken other things) infections, some of which can be deadly. By understanding the infections that one is likely to experience/likely to get during the rainy season and having knowledge about ways to prevent them, bad rainstorms can be completely enjoyed in a healthy way. Here are the 3 most common diseases that occur during the rainy season and ways by which you can stay away from being infected:  1 .   Diseases Spread By Water-logging -One of the deadliest diseases that can spread due to water logging is leptospirosis. Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection that spreads from rat urine contaminated water. The bacteria can enter through cuts, scraped, worn area or through mucous membrane from the eyes, nose, sinuses and mouth. -Symptoms include...

Our immunity is really a tricky entity. It is composed of various components like the good bacteria living in our stomach and the white blood cells that actually fight germs in our body.A weak immune system, doctors say can also be party genetic. However, all experts agree that the following simple steps can go a long way in strengthening one’s immunity: 1 . Get Adequate Sleep Sleep is the most potent healer that the human body is capable of, by itself. While we sleep, our bodies produce a hormone melatonin, an antioxidant and also an anti-inflammatory chemical. This relaxes and heals the body from within. 2 . Exercise Everyday Besides a whole host of benefits that we are aware of, regular exercise can effectively boost immunity. It reduces the risk of cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. The body produces the ‘feel-good’ hormone endorphin while you exercise that acts as a natural healer. 3 . Eat Fresh Include green leafy vegetables, tomatoes, carrots and fresh fruits in your diet....

From the steam that eases congestion, and the stuff we swim in, and the ice that reduces swelling, water is all around us. The ubiquitous attribute of water makes it a very important and rich resource, whose health benefits are often ignored or underrated. Water even makes up for two thirds of our bodies, which inevitably brings the question – what are the main benefits of drinking water and why should we keep ourselves hydrated? Let’s see a list of benefits that come attached with drinking water and how these can be treated as health tips: Aids in weight loss : Whether you are into power yoga, cardio or a simple gym nut, drinking plenty of water can help in weight loss. Various scientific studies have found out that people who drink water before any meal, lose weight faster than people who don’t. This is so because by this way, the upped intake of H2O makes us feel full, active and may also help boost metabolism Helps fight fatigue: With increasingly complex choices where more and mo...

Jogging is one of those rare physical activities that completely define healthy living. It is also one of the most popular workout regimes that helps keep one in shape or lose weight by focusing on target and core muscles. Also, it does not require athletic training or special skill set, which makes it an ideal workout plan for most of the people. There are no exigent exercise tips that one needs to remember before starting this workout, as the only prerequisite to it is to own a good pair of running shoes! Furthermore, no home tips are also required as the exercise is as simple as it gets – whether you start off early in the morning or after your work hours in the evening. Its benefits are aplenty and are summarized below: ·              Improved cardiovascular system         Regular jogging can help improve cardiovascular endurance system of the body as it challenges           your lungs and heart. By prov...

Prevalence of Type 2 Diabetes has reached endemic proportions across the world, which occurs when pancreas does not produce enough insulin, or they are not utilized effectively by the body. International Diabetes Federation (IDF) stated that by 2011, approximately 366 million people around the world were affected by type 2 diabetes and the figure is expected to reach 552 million by 2030. Closer to home, India has one of the largest population living with type 2 diabetes (61.3 million) and the same is expected to rise to 101.2 million by 2030, which indicates that in the next twenty years, one-fifth of the diabetic population will be in India. As such, India faces challenges in the prevention of the chronic disease, which has reached pandemic proportions, making Indians highly susceptible to the disease. Challenging factors:       Diet : Indian diet is usually rich in saturated fats and carbohydrates, which contributes in making up for more calories and sugar tha...