What’s the Difference Between the Flu Vaccines? 7 `, |+ T \; w7 i* R / t9 a( y6 F; S) s4 zThe Flu Shot& D1 p5 u4 P0 t8 u4 j& l! t, [; Z
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This vaccine is given by injection, usually into the upper arm. The flu shot is made from dead influenza virus and cannot give you the flu. - w6 f8 i4 v7 h
The Nasal Flu Vaccine (FluMist) - q l* i7 r* f" R2 l! R' ~ * p, l8 Q' g6 n, a2 O" rThis flu vaccine is sprayed into the nose. While it is a live vaccine, the virus has been weakened so that it cannot cause the flu, though you may experience flu-like symptoms.