Cold Doesn't Cause Colds

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Can cold weather make you sick?

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Each year , between 700 and 1,500 people die from hypothermia in the U.S. Exposure to temperatures below 32 F (0 C), especially for prolonged periods, can also trigger a skin condition known as frostbite.

Cold weather can also aggravate other illnesses, such as eczema and respiratory conditions like asthma or COPD.

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