Coronation Street fans can breathe a sigh of relief: Rita Tanner (Barbara Knox) isn't being killed off!

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Fans have been fearing for the Street stalwart's future ever since she was diagnosed with a brain tumour back in September, with a #SaveRita campaign even being launched on social media.

But to Rita's relief, she was told by a doctor that the tumour is benign - news that puts the Kabin Queen out of danger.

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Scenes just broadcast saw a concerned Gemma barge her way into the consultation, thwarting Rita's efforts to keep her appointment a secret.

But, in the end, she was thankful for her friend's determination to be by her side when the doctor gave her diagnosis.

In a celebratory mood, an emotional Rita and Gemma then headed to the Rovers where she shared her good news with the likes of Jenny and Audrey.

No doubt viewers will also be raising a glass themselves right about now...

You can watch a 60-second rundown of next week's episodes of Coronation Street below

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And visit our dedicated Coronation Street page for all the latest news, interviews and spoilers.

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David BrownDeputy Previews Editor, Radio Times

David Brown is Deputy Previews Editor at Radio Times, with a particular interest in crime drama and fantasy TV. He has appeared as a contributor on BBC News, Sky News and Radio 4’s Front Row and has had work published in the Guardian, the Sunday Times and the i newspaper. He has also worked as a writer and editorial consultant on the National Television Awards, as well as several documentaries profiling the likes of Lenny Henry, Billy Connolly and Take That.

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