Outbreak of Illnesses Plague Sonoma Tough Mudder Challenge

Several participants in a Tough Mudder race in Sonoma County, California, have experienced severe symptoms including skin rashes and vomiting, prompting the county health department to issue an advisory. The symptoms could be caused by various factors, including Swimmers' Itch, staph infections, or Aeromonas bacterial infections. Staph infections can be life-threatening, while Aeromonas infections have a high fatality rate. Participants have been urged to seek medical attention if experiencing symptoms, and Tough Mudder is working with health authorities to investigate the matter.