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March 11, 2000 Pokemon is the popular Japanese cartoon show that has swept across the world. Is watching Pokemon dangerous to your health? In 1997, one episode caused some serious problems for viewers in Japan and now scientists have an idea why. |
Pokemon (episode #38) Packs a PunchOn the evening of December 16, 1997, millions of people all over Japan gathered in their homes to watch Pokemon (episode #38). About 20 minutes into the program there was a scene of a rocket explosion that flashed red and blue lights at a rate of about 12 times per second.![]() | ![]() JAPAN |
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If you have absolutely no idea what Pokemon is all about, visit the official Pokemon Web Site. |
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