What’s the Difference Between the Flu Vaccines?- W! b; a! J6 Y7 [7 U9 e. O$ |
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The Flu Shot : I3 Y: ~. B/ c/ S, M0 [3 h4 U, T# {7 O0 r
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. # w* c4 C5 P7 h6 l* h
The Nasal Flu Vaccine (FluMist)) S: P2 {2 ~3 S+ b* d5 I
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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.