What’s the Difference Between the Flu Vaccines?) Q# _/ L! u. U2 }
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The Flu Shot 3 U& W! i% p% `; L# |5 O( B7 h; e% s6 j2 R9 k5 }% d% d6 Q6 A
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 d. X S9 a9 V9 I! ~
The Nasal Flu Vaccine (FluMist) $ D }9 u: ~! f' M7 w4 ]" G( P( ^3 l
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.