Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection
It is very common in the UK and is getting even more common
It is passed on through vaginal sex, anal sex, oral sex or sharing sex toys (it is also possible to spread gonorrhoea from the genitals to the rest of the body via the fingers)
It is NOT PASSED ON through kissing, hugging or sharing towels
It can somethimes be passed from pregnant mothers to their baby's eyes during childbirth