OPIN-2019-0128 Lung disease in Wales (e) Tabled on 14/05/2019

This Assembly:

1. Notes that lung disease is the third biggest killer in Wales, affecting 1 in 5 people.

2. Notes the importance of education and exercise for those living with respiratory disease.

3. Notes evidence showing that people living with COPD who undertake weekly exercise from diagnosis maintain better physical health.

4. Notes that access to self-management initiatives varies in availability and quality across Wales.

5. Urges Welsh Government to increase investment in exercise and self-management provision for those living with lung disease.