What’s the Difference Between the Flu Vaccines?' N! E. X" s( Q
% p+ g4 @% C7 b1 JThe Flu Shot( k' f* a2 C# d0 a/ y( z; V
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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. 4 n) S8 o0 I2 C& i6 O' N9 n/ k; q2 \
The Nasal Flu Vaccine (FluMist) 9 P' h- Q3 h. @7 D% \% v+ U& W U1 V6 o) e r- M. }/ X- D3 ^
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.