What’s the Difference Between the Flu Vaccines? 8 _, B' e- v+ t( V" ^; c N 0 y9 [& C# \4 p' aThe Flu Shot2 D2 A& V" b+ x! x9 k
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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. 2 w! c8 a' b0 S# G
The Nasal Flu Vaccine (FluMist)3 \8 k2 A9 [1 g% H. V6 M
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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.