Bogalusa Heart Study

10/02/2025

In Loving Memory of Shirley Saltaformaggio

We honor the life and legacy of Shirley Saltaformaggio, a cherished member of the Bogalusa community whose kindness, dedication, and spirit touched many lives. Shirley’s journey was one of service and compassion. Her contributions to local organizations and her unwavering support for those around her left a lasting imprint on our town.

Whether through her professional work or her personal relationships, Shirley exemplified grace, generosity, and strength. Her memory lives on in the hearts of those who knew her and in the stories shared by family and friends.

We extend our deepest condolences to her loved ones and celebrate the beautiful life she led. May her legacy continue to inspire kindness and community spirit in all of us.

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/an17/name/shirley-saltaformaggio-obituary?id=59334852

09/22/2025

We're proud to introduce our newest addition, the InBody Machine. This advanced technology gives us deeper insight into body composition, helping us continue leading the way in groundbreaking heart health research. Staying at the cutting edge means a healthier future for generations to come.

08/29/2025

Meet Tene' Jenkins, one of our valued team members here at The Bogalusa Heart Study. Swipe to learn more about her work with us!

08/28/2025

From staying hydrated to staying connected, these simple habits can help keep your heart strong and your mind sharp all summer long. Your brain and heart will thank you!

07/23/2025

Did you know Bogalusa Heart Study participants can paid to get an MRI? Check out eligibility requirements and choose which study is right for you:

www.pbrc.edu/bhs

07/11/2025

Ever thought of grilling watermelon? The Washington Parish Watermelon Festival is July 11-13! Here are some ideas for summer-themed, heart-healthy recipes to make with your fruit from the fest.

06/30/2025

Our team recently attended the International Childhood Cardiovascular Cohorts (i3C). We connected with other researchers who study the origins of heart disease from Finland, Australia, Colorado, and Ohio. We hope that by working with other studies to learn about how childhood factors influence later life disease, we can do more to prevent heart disease in the children and grandchildren of our original participants. We were accompanied by several BHS team members, including Ms. Judy, who works at the clinic and has been a participant in the study since she was a young girl, Robin Romback, Clinical Research Coordinator; Vanessa Fonseca, our Clinical Protocol Technician; and Shirine Moukaled, a PhD student working with us.

06/15/2025

Happy Father's Day! Learn about Nicole and Mr. Everett, a father-daughter duo.

05/11/2025

Happy Mother's Day to all the moms and grandmothers on our team and in our amazing Bogalusa community ❤️

04/24/2025

Moms and Dads of the Bogalusa Heart Study, we want to celebrate you! Send us a message if you want to be featured in our Mother's Day and Father's Day social media posts ❤️

04/23/2025

Here's what you need to know about the heart-brain link from the American Heart Association:

What's good for the heart is good for the brain. In this House Calls Headline, Dr. Eduardo Sanchez explains a recent study that puts numbers to the relations...

04/11/2025

At the Bogalusa Heart Study, we’re exploring how new technologies can help us better understand brain health as we age. Using digital tools like tablet-based tasks, our team is gaining insight into how the brain processes information — quickly, easily, and non-invasively. We recently shared some of this exciting work at a scientific conference, highlighting how much we’re learning thanks to the continued dedication of our participants. Your involvement makes this research possible — thank you!