Corrie's Katie McGlynn on the cancer story-line that's got the nation talking

Coronation Street's Katie McGlynn has admitted that acting out the tragic death of Sinead Tinker has taken a toll on her emotionally.

This week her character loses her battle with cervical cancer, and Katie joined us on Granada Reports to talk about how the storyline has affected her.

“All of it felt real for me. I kind of underestimated the effect it’s had on my mental health.”

She continued: “I’ve only just noticed it, walking away from filming and watching it, that part of me is grieving Sinead.”

The actor went on to say that she hopes the storyline raises awareness of cervical cancer.

Click on the links below for information and advice about cervical cancer and support for loved ones affected: