You know that moment when your diaphragm decides to throw a tantrum right in the middle of an important meeting, a romantic dinner, or literally any time you need to appear like a normal functioning ...

A neurointensivist has invented a $14 straw that may cure hiccups, nine times out of 10. He thinks it works by "fooling the brain," to reset the diaphragm. Visit Insider's homepage for more stories.

We've had to deal with hiccups at one point in our lives, but getting rid of them is another matter, if only there were a way to be rid of them.

Hiccups happen when your diaphragm—the muscle separating your chest from your stomach—starts to spasm repeatedly. When a spasm happens, your diaphragm pulls down and you quickly suck in air. Then your ...

Everyone gets the hiccups. The unmistakable, sudden muscle movements and distinct "hic" sound are an all too common occurrence, especially while eating or drinking. While hiccups are usually brief and ...

Baby hiccups are normal, harmless, and should resolve within 15 minutes to an hour.

The first time I witnessed my daughter hiccupping, I thought it was one of the most adorable things I had ever seen and heard. When her hiccups stuck around for the next 20 minutes, I admit I grew ...