The Georgia Department of Public Health is urging residents to take additional precautions when handling fresh fruits and vegetables following updated guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The CDC updated its recommendations Tuesday to advise consumers to thoroughly wash all produce before eating, cutting or cooking it, including fruits and vegetables labeled “prewashed.”

The Georgia Department of Public Health revised a news release originally issued Monday to reflect the new recommendation as health officials continue monitoring a multistate outbreak of cyclosporiasis that has sickened more than 1,000 people.

DPH officials said they are not currently aware of any Georgia-specific outbreaks, clusters or potential connections to the multistate outbreak. A national investigation into possible common sources remains underway.

Cyclosporiasis is a gastrointestinal illness caused by Cyclospora, a microscopic parasite. People may become infected by eating food or drinking water contaminated with the parasite. According to DPH, treated water in the United States does not contain Cyclospora.

Cases acquired within the United States occur in Georgia each year, although state health officials say most cases are typically associated with international travel.

The most common symptom of cyclosporiasis is watery diarrhea, which may include frequent or explosive bowel movements. Other symptoms may include bloating, stomach cramps and a loss of appetite.

Most people recover without serious complications, but hospitalization may be necessary when a person becomes dehydrated because of prolonged diarrhea. The illness may last from several days to more than a month. Symptoms may also appear to improve before returning one or more times.

Anyone experiencing prolonged or recurring symptoms is encouraged to contact a healthcare provider.

Health officials say basic food safety and hygiene practices can help reduce the risk of infection.

Consumers are advised to wash their hands with soap and water before and after handling or preparing raw fruits and vegetables. All produce should be thoroughly rinsed under running water before it is eaten, cut or cooked, even when the packaging says the product has already been washed.

Firm fruits and vegetables, including melons and cucumbers, should be scrubbed with a clean produce brush. Damaged or bruised portions should be removed before the produce is prepared or consumed.

Cut, peeled or cooked fruits and vegetables should be refrigerated as soon as possible and no later than two hours after preparation.

The updated guidance applies to fresh produce purchased from grocery stores, farmers markets and other retailers.