What’s the Difference Between the Flu Vaccines? , x4 q2 M N$ W' q7 f! P" \9 \7 M( F7 O# H% `/ Z
The Flu Shot' W, G& Z8 c3 s, u, e
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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. " y0 O" ]( i b8 S& p$ S7 Y
The Nasal Flu Vaccine (FluMist) # h" J' O- i, ]9 L% p 0 |) @" V$ _7 ~0 ?# |( k+ u4 GThis 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.