Article: Cold Sore Threat Doesn't Melt Away With Snow.

Research Shows Few See Summer as Time of Risk, Beauty Expert Offers Tips for Managing Warm-Weather Outbreaks

PITTSBURGH, June 21 /PRNewswire/ -- With the weather turning warmer, millions of Americans are heading to the pool, beach or backyard in search of the one summer accessory sure to improve their appearance: a golden tan. Unfortunately, many of them will get an unsightly cold sore as well.

Exposure to the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays is among the most common cold sore triggers. And for the estimated 50 million Americans who suffer from an average of one to three cold sores per year, this means a whole new season of potential outbreaks. However, ...

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