Stimulating a single nerve could treat depression and fight inflammation. Is it too good to be true?

Implants that stimulate the body's longest cranial nerve are already treating epilepsy, depression and rheumatoid arthritis. Scientists are now testing whether they can also combat cancer-related wasting, obesity and PTSD. Meanwhile, can…
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