How many pregnant women are infected with gonorrhea each year?

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that approximately 700,000 pregnant women are infected with gonorrhea each year. Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It can be transmitted through unprotected sexual intercourse, including vaginal, anal, or oral sex. Gonorrhea can cause serious health problems for both pregnant women and their unborn babies.