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  W ith an estimated 1.5 million new cases diagnosed each year , h ead and neck cancer is one of the most common cancers in the world . It is also one of the deadliest, with an overall five-year survival rate of only around 50%.   Head and neck cancer refers to a group of cancers that occur in the head and neck region, including the oral cavity, pharynx, larynx, sinuses, and salivary glands.     What can Cause H ead and N eck Ca ncer     There are many possible causes of head and neck cancers, but the underlying cause is usually not known. Head and neck cancer can develop from a number of different sources , including:   Tobacco smoke   Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)   HPV infections   Exposure to sun or radiation   History of tonsillectomy or adenoidectomy (removal of tonsils or Adenoids)   Certain genetic mutations     Symptoms of H ead and N eck C ancer   There are many symptoms associated with head and neck cancer, but some of the most common include:   Persistent sore throat or co

  What is Bone Marrow Transplant?   Bone marrow transplant is a treatment used to replace a person’s damaged or destroyed bone marrow. Bone marrow is a type of tissue found in the bones and helps to create blood cells. A bone marrow transplant can be lifesaving for people who have a serious illness or injury that prevents their own bone marrow from working properly.   There are two types of bone marrow transplants: autologous (from the patient themselves) and allogeneic (from another person). In an autologous bone marrow transplant, the patient’s own healthy bone marrow is used to replace the damaged or destroyed bone marrow. In an allogeneic bone marrow transplant, someone else’s healthy bone marrow is used.     Why You Might Need a Bone Marrow Transplant   Bone marrow transplants are sometimes recommended for people who have cancer and cannot receive treatments that would kill their own cells.    A bone marrow transplant can also be recommended for people who have severe blood diseas