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DoxyPEP Claim Debunked: Peters links daily doxycycline to plague; doctors say no evidence

Controversial influencer Clavicular has triggered fresh discussion online after making a striking claim about doxyPEP, an antibiotic-based prevention strategy used to reduce the risk of certain sexually transmitted infections. The looksmaxxing figure, whose real name is Braden Peters, said he uses doxycycline as part of his routine before making an unsupported claim about pneumonic plague in Russia. His comments have drawn attention because doxyPEP does not provide established protection against the disease. The claim also comes shortly after Peters reportedly faced serious criminal charges, adding another layer of scrutiny to his latest online activity.

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