What’s the Difference Between the Flu Vaccines? ) u0 Y9 \9 x$ q1 B& @; c. V# p3 D, h4 H/ a; H; o1 `% Z% z/ O
The Flu Shot j4 P) U6 s7 D: f* C% r o% ^& }. [# H. qThis 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. : o- g1 z/ Q3 X+ k9 B0 k
The Nasal Flu Vaccine (FluMist) Q& z& Z& S' O) g1 T6 E# [
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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.