An influencer known as Clavicular has faced criticism for falsely claiming daily doxycycline use can prevent “the plague in Russia” as part of a “looksmaxxing” routine. Medical professionals state there is no evidence to support this assertion, clarifying that doxycycline, often utilized as DoxyPEP, is effective in reducing the risk of sexually transmitted infections like chlamydia and syphilis following exposure. It does *not* offer protection against pneumonic plague. These claims surfaced after Clavicular was charged with rape and drugging someone for sexual acts, raising concerns about the source and intent of the information. Public health officials have not commented on a plague outbreak in Russia. The influencer’s statements are considered medically unsupported and potentially harmful misinformation. Experts emphasize the importance of relying on credible sources for health information.