What’s the Difference Between the Flu Vaccines?& k, q: M+ O# W i" I- n
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The Flu Shot; L1 X, e2 y. U8 P" w+ p7 k
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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. ' f$ U7 i# V7 u$ V
The Nasal Flu Vaccine (FluMist) , ~* Q) e" V) d( J3 C4 `; ~ " j# Z3 H$ f, d& |" ]: \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.