Gonorrhea

Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It can be transmitted through vaginal, anal or oral sex, even if there are no symptoms. The bacteria that cause gonorrhea have developed resistance to many antibiotics. Untreated, it can lead to infertility or pass from mother to infant during birth. It can be prevented through safer sex practices such as condom use and is treated with antibiotics.

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PHO Rounds: Model of care to address the impact of HIV on African, Caribbean & Black (ACB) Communities

As a part of the Black Public Health Series, this PHO Rounds will highlight the impact of HIV on Black communities living in Ontario and share lessons pertaining to the implementation of the Adolescents and Young Adults (AYA) model of care.

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Communicable Disease Control

Communicable.DiseaseControl@oahpp.ca

Updated 30 Jan 2026