What’s the Difference Between the Flu Vaccines? # M0 j1 ^, T2 a0 |# ~7 | T. H) o% b4 | C. a8 ?5 V XThe Flu Shot ) S e" [! _8 _' I o5 \& J# i; k/ u5 ]& `0 x/ r$ C: }
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. 6 O" l* g: l! {4 ]6 O8 l
The Nasal Flu Vaccine (FluMist)1 d+ A" j# _% q4 [
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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.