What’s the Difference Between the Flu Vaccines? - e: L) P5 |' I h' G K- K$ q + J7 ?7 x4 ^6 {: tThe Flu Shot . l0 P& j+ X) q+ O, j% N+ R& M! S: u- h. v! h% S3 s. }9 \' ~
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. 6 Z& o ~, u J& [6 D) y
The Nasal Flu Vaccine (FluMist)! J, W8 O5 r# y) |
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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.