What’s the Difference Between the Flu Vaccines? . z P& u6 e; u+ M( a { 2 |) {# u$ r* H6 vThe Flu Shot, C# b W) v) p ?
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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. . G8 R" P! v7 i, R4 t" Z8 J4 q9 _
The Nasal Flu Vaccine (FluMist) # l5 P# h9 B0 i! p5 p _) M+ u6 V5 G# o7 h- s/ A8 ]
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.