What’s the Difference Between the Flu Vaccines? 0 F% C& k4 E% _+ X5 p9 ^3 \ t1 h/ x3 r7 k" {
The Flu Shot " c) u- |8 _0 w, k# R5 q( m5 Y. M @( T8 ]. ]
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. # `4 j; W9 F+ B6 }
The Nasal Flu Vaccine (FluMist) 9 ?& L+ i. I, |' k ` | P* K: C2 v, n, }$ J7 y* xThis 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.