Charles Osborne (hiccups)

High school (ages 12+)
Human Body

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/charles-osborne-hiccups

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1. When was Charles Osborne (hiccups) born?September 10, 1922
2. When did Charles Osborne (hiccups) die?June 1, 1991
3. What nationality was Charles Osborne (hiccups)?American
4. What is Charles Osborne (hiccups) known for?Holding the Guinness World Record for the longest bout of hiccups
5. What is the duration of hiccups?68 years, from 1922 to 1991
6. What is the age at onset?9 years old

Singultus: The medical term for hiccups, characterized by involuntary diaphragm contractions and glottis closure.
Diaphragm: The primary muscle of respiration located beneath the lungs, responsible for controlling breathing.
Myoclonic Jerk: A sudden, involuntary twitch or spasm of a muscle or muscle group.
Reflex Arc: The neural pathway that mediates a reflex action, involving sensory input and motor output.