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flag Actress Alex Fletcher, playing Diane Hutchinson, reveals in Hollyoaks that her character has advanced ovarian cancer, highlighting late diagnosis risks.

flag In an upcoming Hollyoaks storyline, Diane Hutchinson, played by Alex Fletcher, reveals she has advanced-stage ovarian cancer that has spread to her lymph nodes, liver, and lung lining. flag The plot, developed with Ovarian Cancer Action, underscores how the disease is often diagnosed late due to vague symptoms resembling IBS or menopause. flag Diane confides in close friends before telling her husband, and while chemotherapy is an option, its effectiveness is uncertain. flag The storyline aims to raise awareness, as over 75% of cases are diagnosed at advanced stages. flag Fletcher, who is leaving the show after 16 years, said the role has been emotionally challenging and hopes it encourages women to seek medical help sooner.

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