Cancer storylines in soaps

If you watch Emmerdale (like me) or Eastenders, you’ll know that both Diane and Peggy’s cancer has returned and the prognosis for both is unfortunately not good. It got me thinking...

Do you feel that soaps portray cancer experiences accurately and sensitively or is there room for improvement?

What advice would you give the writers of a soap to help them better portray the experience of having cancer, or being affected by cancer?

Best wishes,

Kirsty