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EPISODE · Jan 28, 2026 · 42 MIN

Allergies, Social Media, and Dispelling Misinformation with Dr. Zachary Rubin

from The Immune Edit · host Dr. Doug Jones

Dr. Doug Jones sits down with Dr. Zachary Rubin — pediatric allergist, TikTok/Instagram star with over 4 million followers, and author of the upcoming book "All About Allergies."They discuss Dr. Rubin's journey into allergy/immunology, the surprising origin of his viral hula-hooping content, how he combats widespread misinformation about food allergies and COVID, rebuilding public trust in healthcare, and practical advice for patients and parents.Topics include:Why hula hooping helps break down barriers with patientsThe biggest challenges facing doctors today (insurance, government, influencers)How to verify information before you share itDr. Rubin's new book All About AllergiesNeed expert care? Visit Dr. Doug's clinic at GAIN — Global Allergy Immune Network: myimmunenetwork.comMore from Dr. Doug: drdougjones.com

Dr. Doug Jones sits down with Dr. Zachary Rubin — pediatric allergist, TikTok/Instagram star with over 4 million followers, and author of the upcoming book "All About Allergies."They discuss Dr. Rubin's journey into allergy/immunology, the surprising origin of his viral hula-hooping content, how he combats widespread misinformation about food allergies and COVID, rebuilding public trust in healthcare, and practical advice for patients and parents.Topics include:Why hula hooping helps break down barriers with patientsThe biggest challenges facing doctors today (insurance, government, influencers)How to verify information before you share itDr. Rubin's new book All About AllergiesNeed expert care? Visit Dr. Doug's clinic at GAIN — Global Allergy Immune Network: myimmunenetwork.comMore from Dr. Doug: drdougjones.com

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