Who hasn’t heard of Pokemon Go? I certainly have. Relating to “‘Pokemon Go’ used in patient recovery” by Patricia Madej, where two burn patients took their mind off their pain by playing the game, it showed one great example of how the game has helped people, but what about how it has caused terrible things to the players?
Pokemon Go is a great game to play and get your exercise, but we must pay attention to its dangers also. Don’t go out and catch Pok?mon late at night in areas not safe. According to CBS news, the game has led to:
• Armed robbery
• Accidents and violence
• Heat stroke
• People being hit by cars
• People falling off cliffs
• People unknowingly walking into water
• Allegedly trespassing
• Pellet gun fired at players
Please be aware of your surroundings; no one needs to get hurt while playing a simple game. Don’t do anything illegal and stupid, like walking into traffic. And to those who aren’t playing the game, be aware of those who are; accidents can be avoided by watching out for pedestrians.
