What’s the Difference Between the Flu Vaccines? 2 U7 H& ?4 q2 X8 ~' A3 r2 I g, [3 g& y) r8 V4 R, r+ Q& h
The Flu Shot3 ~% |4 k! j7 |2 N4 a0 j
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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 j1 U) L1 } w) |7 G7 M& _: G& Z9 \
The Nasal Flu Vaccine (FluMist)$ F, w! t% k2 j! D! ^/ E
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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.