Paid cold sore research studies
MediTalk runs paid healthcare research with patients and caregivers affected by cold sore. If you're living with cold sore, your perspective shapes the next generation of treatments, devices and patient services , and we pay for your time.
No open cold sore studies right now
Register your interest below , we'll email you as soon as one opens.
Get on the list , it's two minutes.
We typically launch new cold sore studies every few weeks. Registered participants hear about them before they go live on the public site.
Cold sore research , frequently asked questions
Are MediTalk cold sore studies paid?
Yes. Every MediTalk research study , including those focused on cold sore , offers compensation for your time. Payment varies by study format and length, and is shown on each study's listing before you express interest.
Who can take part in cold sore research on MediTalk?
Anyone diagnosed with cold sore (and in some studies, family members or caregivers of someone with cold sore) can register their interest. Each study has its own eligibility criteria (age, country, treatment history) shown on its listing , so you only spend time on studies you're actually a fit for.
How does a cold sore study work in practice?
Most MediTalk cold sore studies are remote and run on Zoom or a similar video platform , one-to-one interviews, focus groups or online surveys. Time commitment is shown on each listing (typically 30-90 minutes). You only need a quiet space, a webcam and a stable internet connection.
Is my cold sore information kept private?
Yes. MediTalk is a UK-registered healthcare market-research platform run by Medicys Ltd, and all submissions are handled under UK GDPR. Your name and contact details are never shared with study sponsors , only de-identified research insights are reported back.
What if there are no open cold sore studies right now?
Register your interest anyway , registration takes about two minutes, and you'll be the first to hear when a new cold sore study opens. We typically launch new studies every few weeks across many conditions.
Ready to share your cold sore experience?
Two minutes to register. We'll only contact you about studies that match what you've told us , no spam, no third-party sharing.