Soap actress Michelle Hardwick has said she hopes to do justice to her new storyline on Emmerdale in which her character is diagnosed with cancer.
Hardwick plays vet Vanessa, who was told she had bowel cancer while being held hostage by Pierce Harris, who is played by Jonathan Wrather.
Speaking about the storyline, Hardwick said that she, "Was actually really shocked to learn that bowel cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the UK and the second-biggest cancer killer, but diagnosed early is treatable."
The storyline will play out over the coming months as Vanessa comes to terms with her diagnosis and symptoms, shares her concerns, and undergoes extensive treatment.
A British cancer charity said that the programme, "will help to raise awareness of bowel cancer, and we hope it encourages viewers to recognise the symptoms and visit their GP if they're concerned."
Emmerdale continues on Virgin Media One Wednesday at 7.00pm.
