Hiccups are one of the most common things that happen to children and adults alike. Most of the time, it goes away on its own. However, sometimes, it stays for long, especially for kids. We can all ...

If your child is experiencing hiccups, try getting them to hold their breath for ten seconds. But eating a teaspoon of sugar or gently pulling on your child's tongue may work better for young kids.

Emma Beckett receives funding from the AMP Foundation and the NHMRC. This is an article from Curious Kids, a series for children. The Conversation is asking kids to send in questions they’d like an ...

Hiccups, though quite common, are rather mysterious to scientists. They can be caused by anything from stress to changes in temperature to smoking cigarettes. Humans aren't the only ones to get ...

Hiccups happen when your diaphragm contracts involuntarily. Your diaphragm is the muscle that separates your chest from your abdomen. It’s also important for breathing. When the diaphragm contracts ...