What’s the Difference Between the Flu Vaccines?1 C+ R* V) i5 S
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The Flu Shot # k; P' r* t' I c: e$ J! b5 y) F4 O
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. : n$ |& j" F- D# G. P
The Nasal Flu Vaccine (FluMist) ) r0 b/ N9 ^4 ?+ Q( Y 3 h0 R! k" D- Y4 n1 W5 y' 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.