What’s the Difference Between the Flu Vaccines? 8 p% Q9 O, _3 g9 C" V" I0 f & r7 i X0 a# p1 m% nThe Flu Shot 3 s$ L" v" I) x* V [) x, j4 t$ k8 N8 ~" }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. ! g$ c4 c4 e- u
The Nasal Flu Vaccine (FluMist)! b6 s- d% h) Y3 `
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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.