Natalie Cassidy's daughter hospitalized after arm break

Actress Natalie Cassidy has described the distress of her nine-year-old daughter breaking the same arm for a second time, just weeks after surgical hardware was removed from the limb following an earlier fracture. The former "EastEnders" star said her daughter, Joanie, required emergency treatment and another operation under general anesthetic after slipping in a school hallway.

Cassidy recounted receiving the call from Joanie's school while her family was preparing for a quiet few days at home. She said the news left her feeling overwhelmed. Doctors informed her that Joanie's arm had been "smashed to pieces" again, necessitating a repeat of the same surgical procedure. The actress said the repeated hospital visits, surgery, and medication have taken a heavy toll on the family.

The latest injury prompted concerns about a possible underlying health condition contributing to Joanie's repeated fractures. Cassidy said extensive blood tests were conducted, but all results returned normal. According to the actress, the consulting physician concluded that the injuries were likely due to "really bad luck" rather than a medical deficiency.

The accident has also disrupted the family's...