Is Sister Monica Joan's time on Call the Midwife coming to an end?

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In tonight's episode (12th February), her future was cast into doubt when she contracted hepatitis. The infection, which causes inflammation of the liver, was spreading through Poplar at a ferocious rate, with the nun one of many who was struck down.

With her appetite non-existent and fatigue setting in, she remained in bed at Nonnatus House for the majority of the episode as her friends and colleagues scrambled to restore her health.

But there was no improvement.

"You fear the worst?" Sister Veronica asked Nurse Crane.

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"Hepatitis in someone of her age, I think we both know the odds," she responded.

Sister Monica Joan sat on a chair next to a record player as children run around behind her
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When we last left Sister Monica, she was still in bed, flanked on either side by Nurse Crane and Sister Julienne.

"I'm weary," she said, her voice faint. "Perhaps you can let me be."

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Elsewhere, Trixie and Matthew's wedding is fast approaching.

Speaking to RadioTimes.com about what lies ahead, Helen George (Trixie) said: "It's never completely smooth sailing. There's always got to be a bit of jeopardy."

Olly Rix, who plays her on-screen fiancé, continued: "There wouldn't be any drama if it was smooth sailing, so buckle up."

Megan Cusack (Nancy) added: "It wouldn't be a wedding if it was smooth sailing."

Call the Midwife airs on Sundays on BBC One and BBC iPlayer at 8pm. Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to see what's on tonight.

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