What’s the Difference Between the Flu Vaccines? ' N, u v& j. d9 e" h " _) d6 p3 w4 q3 m; |8 WThe Flu Shot 1 B; h5 F& Z, z, A ( Z0 L) d; g1 ~% l5 ]8 H7 \+ ^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. & q' Y( I/ a, m1 S' j
The Nasal Flu Vaccine (FluMist)- c B, t( E+ P. O4 H8 |# ~
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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.