Bill Reznak Dr. John McGuire

Friends With Medical Benefits

Health EN ↓ 17 episodes

A platform created by two lifelong friends in their 60s, one a colon cancer survivor and the other navigating early-onset Alzheimer’s. We’re here to share, support, and laugh through the ups and downs of aging, illness, and everything in between.

Author

Bill Reznak Dr. John McGuire

Category

Health

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

Lingering Effects of Cancer: FWMB Podcast #17 08.07.2026

Bill describes three conditions that have afflicted himself since his first cancer diagnosis. Dr. John adds perspective and information to each.

Looking Back While Moving Forward (Part 2): FWMB Podcast #16 24.06.2026

Dr. John and Bill continue discussing their current health while discussing future plans. Living with Alzheimer's (featuring Friends with Medical Benefits): https://www.lwalz.com/friends-with-medical-benefits-how-two-friends-are-helping-each-other-on-their-medical-journeys/ No Zero Days: https://nozerodays.com/

Looking Back While Moving Forward (Part 1): FWMB Podcast #15 10.06.2026

Dr. John and Bill give updates on their health status and discuss upcoming plans, including travel and road racing.

The Truth About the Shield Colon Cancer Screening Blood Test: FWMB Podcast #14 27.05.2026

On their latest podcast of  @FriendsWithMedicalBenefits Dr. John and Bill discuss the benefits of getting a colonoscopy over the Shield Colon Cancer Test

Children of the '70s and '80s: FWMB Podcast #13 13.05.2026

Dr. John and Bill take a break from discussing their medical conditions to reminisce about their childhood and friendship. The also reference how childhood is so different today than how it was forty to fifty years ago. Topics include pick-up basketball, MTV, and paper routes.

Friends With Medical Updates: FWMB Podcast #12 29.04.2026

Bill and Dr. John update their current health status, including setbacks and accomplishments.

Calling it a Career: FWMB Podcast #11 15.04.2026

Dr. John and Bill from  @FriendsWithMedicalBenefits talk abut how their respective health problems led them to retirement and how retirement has affected them.

The Emotional Side of Surviving Cancer: FWMB Podcast #10 01.04.2026

In our latest  @FriendsWithMedicalBenefits   podcast, Bill discusses the emotional aspect receiving a cancer diagnosis twice and the never-ending thoughts about a recurrence.

The Next Appointment: A Doctor's Plan for Living With Alzheimer's: FWMB Podcast #9 05.03.2026

In this episode of the  @FriendsWithMedicalBenefits Podcast, Dr. John discusses his emotional journey after suspecting he had Alzheimer's and how he now copes living with the disease.

We've Got the Dope on Medical Marijuana (Part 2): FWMB Podcast #8 19.02.2026

On the 8th episode of  @FriendsWithMedicalBenefits    Bill and Dr. John continue their discussion on the possible benefits and drawbacks to medical marijuana for all patients, but mostly for cancer patients.

We've Got the Dope on Medical Marijuana (Part 1): FWMB Podcast #7 05.02.2026

On the  @FriendsWithMedicalBenefits Bill and Dr. John discuss the possible benefits and drawbacks to medical marijuana for all patients, but mostly for cancer patients.

Checking Up on the Doctor: FWMB Podcast #6 22.01.2026

In this episode of the  @FriendsWithMedicalBenefits Podcast, John gives updates on his health concerns from the past couple months and how those issues affect his Alzheimer's treatments.

Time to Get that Stick Up Your A$$ (Surveillance Colonoscopy): FWMB Podcast #5 08.01.2026

In this podcast episode, Bill and Dr. John Maguire discuss the critical importance of colonoscopies in preventing colon cancer. They address common fears and misconceptions surrounding the procedure, emphasizing its life-saving potential. Dr. Maguire shares insights from his extensive medical career, highlighting the effectiveness of colonoscopies in detecting and preventing cancer. Bill shares hi...

Cancer Related Fatigue --The Unseen Struggle (Part 2): FWMB Podcast #4 25.12.2025

Retired teacher continues sharing his story about his battle chronic fatigue after recovering from cancer and chemo therapy. He then discusses his workout routine that is helping his recovery and announces a challenge to motivate his efforts.

Cancer Related Fatigue The Unseen Struggle (Part 1): FWMB Podcast #3 10.12.2025

In this episode of Friends with Medical Benefits, John and Bill reflect on their childhood, athletic experiences, and the impact of cancer-related fatigue on Bill's life. They discuss the transition from active youth to the challenges of adult life, including Bill's unexpected journey into running and coaching. Bill shares his personal experiences with cancer, surgeries, and the profound fatigue t...

From Doctor to Patient--John's Alzheimer's Diagnosis (Part 2): FWMB Podcast #2 27.11.2025
From Doctor to Patient--John's Alzheimer's Diagnosis (Part 1): FWMB Podcast #1 13.11.2025

Get to know "Friends With Medical Benefits" in their debut podcast.  John is a retired doctor who slowly came to the realization that he has early onset Alzheimer's disease. He describes this journey to his longtime friend Bill who is a colon cancer survivor.

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