POP NOW

Been feeling that scratchy sore throat? 👀 Strep’s been making its rounds, come get a rapid swab at POPNOW and get results in minutes! 🥳

🦠 Hand-Foot-Mouth Alert 🦠
Cases are rising in Maryland! Keep little ones healthy by washing hands, disinfecting toys, and avoiding shared cups or utensils.
Come see us at POP NOW for same-day appointments!

On Wednesdays, we wear pink and we do it for a purpose! Our PopNow, Potomac Pediatrics and Mental Health team proudly stands with breast cancer fighters, survivors, and families this Breast Cancer Awareness Month! 💓

Cold, flu, RSV, or COVID? 🤧 It’s hard to tell, but knowing what to look for can help you decide when it’s time to visit us at PopNow! Swipe through for key differences, symptoms to watch, and when to come see us this respiratory season! 💙👃

✨ Does your child have a rash that looks crusty or spreads quick? It might be impetigo - a common skin infection in childhood. The good news: we’ve got mupirocin stocked in our in-house pharmacy so treatment is fast and easy. 💊

👉 Schedule your visit at POP NOW today!

🔗 www.popnowmd.com

Spring and summer mean more time outdoors—and more ticks! 🌸

If your child gets a tick bite, here’s what you need to know:

✅ One dose of doxycycline can prevent Lyme disease—but only in specific cases!

🔍 When it’s recommended: 
• The tick is a deer tick
• Attached for ≥36 hours (engorged)
• Given within 72 hours of removal

🧢 Prevention is key: 
• Wear long sleeves and pants
• Use tick repellents
• Check for ticks after playing outside

Stay safe and enjoy the outdoors! 🌳☀️



🚨 **We’re Hiring!** 🚨
Join our team as a **Medical Receptionist**! If you’re organized, friendly, and have a passion for helping others, we’d love to hear from you. 🩺✨
📍 Rockville,MD
📅 Apply now through the link in bio!

POP NOW is a pediatric urgent care located in Rockville, MD. Staffed by pediatric ER and urgent care trained providers and nurses we are here to help your child feel better and get everyone back to school and work as quickly as possible.

Whether your child is sick, injured, or needs a clearance form completed, we can help! We’re open from 7am-7pm, Monday-Saturday, offering convenient early morning and after school appointments.

If you’re in need of a same day appointment, visit POPNOWMD.COM to book your child’s next appointment! Click the link below to visit our website and book now!

https://popnowmd.com/

Pneumonia is still on the rise! We have seen 3x the cases in October compared to September.

When to be concerned for pneumonia?

Older Children 6 and above: Lingering cough for a week that suddenly worsens with onset of fever and coughing fits at night time
Younger children 6 and below: persistent fever for 5-6 days with worsening cough and fatigue

Remember, there are plenty of respiratory viruses circulating as well with many overlapping symptoms. The main point here is that if your child has worsening symptoms or persistent fevers then schedule a visit to be reevaluted! At POP NOW you can easily schedule online and we’re available to all children in the community!

What parents need to know!

POP NOW has noted a steady rise in kids with pneumonia starting earlier this summer. In September, we have seen 108 cases which is 15x compared to last year. Understanding this illness can help you recognize its symptoms and know when to seek care for your child.

What is Mycoplasma pneumonia? AKA “Walking Pneumonia” is a bacterial infection in the lungs

Symptoms 🤒
• Persistent worsening cough over days to weeks
• Persistent fevers, Fatigue
• Common among school age children and teenagers and spreads quickly in classrooms

How is it Diagnosed?
• History and Exam: to review your child’s symptoms and pneumonia can often be heard with certain sounds in the lungs 🩺
• Diagnostic Tests: In some cases, a chest X-ray may be ordered 🩻

How is it treated?
Fortunately, mycoplasma pneumonia is usually mild and can be treated effectively.
• Antibiotics: Since it is caused by bacteria, your child may be prescribed antibiotics 💊
• Rest and Hydration: Encourage your child to drink plenty of fluids to help their immune system💧

What’s with this rise? Certain respiratory illnesses trend each season and what is circulating currently is leading to pneumonia much more frequently. Typically pneumonia is not contagious, however, mycoplasma is contagious and this has been spreading like wild fire in our schools.

How to prevent infection? It is spread through the air by droplets - teaching children to cover their mouths while coughing (into an elbow is best!) and lots of hand washing in school! 🧼

POP NOW has been a convenient location for families to receive a prompt diagnosis and leave our clinic with antibiotics in hand to get their little ones feeling better quickly! 🌟

But remember, not every cough is pneumonia! Come on in for a visit if your child has a persistent cough that is concerning to evaluate whether they need any treatments! We are here to help!

Visit www.popnowmd.com to self schedule

Is your child showing signs of impetigo? 🦠

Impetigo is a common skin infection that often affects children. It spreads easily, so early treatment is key!

Signs to Watch For: 🛑

- Red sores, especially around the nose and mouth
- Blisters that may burst
- Honey-colored crusts
- Itching or discomfort

Don’t wait! POP NOW is here to help with quick and effective treatment. Mupirocin is a topical antibiotic that effectively targets the bacteria causing impetigo.

✅ Self schedule online for your on time appointment
✅ Mupirocin is IN STOCK at our in house pharmacy for fast relief (many local pharmacies are on shortage!)

Impetigo is a highly contagious skin infection. Visit us today and keep your little ones healthy!

Visit www.popnowmd.com to schedule your appointment!

✨ More introductions for our clinical team - Meet Claire DiPippo, RN. ✨

A little about me: I’ve been a nurse for 17 years, with most of my career being in Neonatal Intensive Care and Pediatrics.👶🏼

I grew up here in Rockville and still live nearby with my 3 kids and husband. I adore dogs and have 2 Labs at home. 🏡 🐶

My kids have been Potomac Pediatrics patients since they were born, and I love that I get to work and be friends now with all of these people who have taken such good care of my kids for all of these years! ❤️

✨Favorite bouncy ball color: multicolor!
✨Favorite part about working here: being part of such a fun and supportive team. A happy work environment makes it even more rewarding to be able to help children and families on a daily basis.
✨Favorite room: Santorini! It has the best “view” in my opinion ☺️