12 Reasons Why You Have High Blood Pressure in Your 30s
High blood pressure in your 30s? It happens — far more often than people think. Keep reading to learn why your numbers are elevated and what it means for your health.


We are proudly welcoming the following providers to your care team: Patrick Howell, PA-C on 11/5/25, Marzena Villacorta, AGNP on 12/8/25, and Lemuel Figueroa, DO on 1/2/26.
At Princeton Sports and Family Medicine, P.C., the experienced medical care team uses a patient-first practice plan to help every individual become and remain healthy. The sports medicine and primary care practice is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for patients in Lawrenceville, New Jersey.
The team of board-certified physicians and other respected professionals in their medical fields offers preventive care including annual physicals, acute care for sports injuries like running injuries, and care for chronic conditions like arthritis, high blood pressure (hypertension), and diabetes.
The Princeton Sports and Family Medicine, P.C. team has a wide range of medical experience across all primary care, family medicine, and adult and pediatric sports medicine fields. This makes the practice the ideal primary care provider for the whole family, treating issues like urinary tract infections (UTIs), weight loss, women’s health, adolescent health, and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
Compared with other practices, Princeton Sports and Family Medicine, P.C. keeps the number of patients they see in a given day low enough to allow the team to truly focus on excellent patient experience. Everyone from age 4 on up gets enough time with their care providers, allowing for proper education and support.
The practice offers care for wide-ranging issues, such as concussions, mental health, physical therapy, respiratory issues, and cancer screenings.
Please be aware that Dr. McCarthy will be leaving PSFM effective November 22, 2025. We wish her the best in her future endeavors.
Sports Medicine
Whole Care
Our doctors help patients manage chronic disease, often coordinating care provided by specialists. Many of our patients express interest in alternative therapies such as herbal supplements, acupuncture and massage therapy; we encourage patients to explore these options in conjunction with traditional medical treatments.
Our physicians and staff are dedicated to helping patients maintain and improve their health with an emphasis on disease prevention and healthy lifestyles. In addition to diagnosing and treating medical illnesses, we provide a variety of preventive care services.
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Prevention and Treatment
We work with physical therapists, athletic trainers, and other healthcare providers to treat acute injuries and other health conditions. We strive to prevent injuries and illnesses through fitness and wellness.
The board certified physicians at Princeton Sports and Family Medicine diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses as well as practice preventative medicine. We also treat injuries in active individuals such as injuries of the joints, muscles and bones.
Some of the area’s teams we work with:

High blood pressure in your 30s? It happens — far more often than people think. Keep reading to learn why your numbers are elevated and what it means for your health.
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