What’s the Difference Between the Flu Vaccines? ( U1 m' `, U. s# y7 w ; B: T- S. m3 Y2 Z' x7 f$ c7 vThe Flu Shot2 s$ L* o6 r( z" \
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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. 7 D: z. [" e( R
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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.