What’s the Difference Between the Flu Vaccines? ' b' V* r' H, W( A 9 x( d1 }: {9 LThe Flu Shot- F. ?+ J/ g0 X* p' J
2 X F1 r E4 tThis 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. 1 Y2 T+ H& P1 D+ K1 p! O% x/ n, `
The Nasal Flu Vaccine (FluMist) 3 a$ f, ^5 c, G6 W z9 V6 ?: [( M8 Q' B y9 d$ S" b+ d& j+ v
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.