You do not need to eat 100 percent organic after a mesothelioma diagnosis. The traces of pesticide residues on non-organic foods are not strongly associated with increased cancer risk.
However, large occupational exposures to these chemicals are linked with health effects. For example, farmers who apply pesticides regularly and people who manufacture and transport them may experience increased cancer risk from these exposures.
On a personal basis, if organic foods are available, you like them and you can afford them, these are an excellent choice.
However, if buying organic isn’t feasible, continue to eat a wide variety of all foods for optimal nutritional status and health.