When it was revealed that Sam Mitchell ( Kim Medcalf ) would be returning to EastEnders , fans rubbed their hands in anticipation to see what kind of chaos she’d create.

Though today, ‘Enders bosses have confirmed that Sam will find herself in the centre of an issue-based storyline, returning home after discovering a lump in her breast which will lead to a full breast cancer diagnosis.

The plot will follow Sam’s journey from her initial panic at finding the lump, the battle with her family to seek medical attention, receiving her diagnosis and the treatment she’ll undergo, while highlighting the importance of monitoring and seeking professional advice when experiencing changes in the breasts.

EastEnders have worked alongside Breast Cancer Now, in addition to consulting experts

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