What Are Hiccups and What Causes Them? Besides being annoying, hiccups are kind of weird, right? Before we get into ...

Hiccups: those pesky, involuntary contractions of the diaphragm that can strike at the most inopportune moments. Whether you’re in the middle of a conversation, savouring a meal, or trying to drift ...

But are there any truths to the myths? And what are hiccups a sign of? Most of us will get the dreaded ‘hic hic’ at some point, usually followed by a well-intentioned onlooker suggesting a ...

Hiccups are an intriguing and often bothersome phenomenon that many of us have experienced at some point in our lives. These involuntary spasms, typically accompanied by a distinctive “hic ...

This produces the characteristic ‘hic’ sound! Hiccups can occur spontaneously. Or there are lots of potential triggers, such as drinking alcohol, smoking, eating too quickly or eating spicy foods.

Hiccups in dogs are not uncommon, but here are the signs to look out for and if – and when – you should see your vet.