What’s the Difference Between the Flu Vaccines?* Q a8 ?$ u4 l9 _; |8 N
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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. ( u0 o# U, e# N& S
The Nasal Flu Vaccine (FluMist)' G; W% r, V: I7 w; n5 [
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This 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.