Pink eye or Conjunctivitis may be transmitted either by: - hand to eye contact with an infected person’s pink eye discharge - bacterial spread from the infected person’s nose and sinuses - poorly cleaned contact lenses - poorly fitted contact lenses - use of decorative contact lenses Viral conjunctivitis is the most common type of pink eye. This type of conjunctivitis, together with the bacterial variety, is the most contagious form of the disease. While pink eye may affect any age group, children appear to be the most vulnerable because of their close contact with many other children who may lack proper hygiene.