In late 2022, rumors began circulating in Tshopo province, Democratic Republic of Congo, claiming that men's genitalia were shrinking after contact with strangers. These bizarre stories quickly spread, fueled by social media platforms like Facebook and TikTok, leading to widespread panic and suspicion within communities. By October, health workers conducting vaccination surveys faced hostility, resulting in the deaths of at least four, including Dr. John Tangakeya, who was killed on his birthday. The World Health Organization (WHO) noted that at least 17 killings were linked to these rumors, which echo similar historical incidents across Africa related to fears of 'penis theft.' The rapid spread of misinformation online marked a new phase in such panics, complicating efforts by health officials to restore trust in medical services. Despite ongoing public awareness campaigns, the original videos and rumors persist, reflecting deeper issues of distrust in health systems shaped by past crises like Ebola and COVID-19.