What’s the Difference Between the Flu Vaccines?& u- M5 B; W5 k& J& ^& D8 L
6 ` W$ M* W% K) D' `& s( ZThe Flu Shot 6 a v: P7 }2 c4 b9 M- \2 H1 e+ A/ A8 T
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. + a" g$ \+ Q1 D5 E
The Nasal Flu Vaccine (FluMist) & D r! u _! J" v 4 B, M0 O- z% t- g) LThis 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.