What are 2 different types of flu vaccines?
Inactivated Influenza Vaccine What You Need to Know (2009-10) The flu shot contains an inactivated (dead) virus. It cannot give you the flu. A flu shot is appropriate for anyone 6 months or older, including pregnant women and people with a chronic condition (such as asthma or diabetes). Read more in our vaccine information sheet by clicking on the link above. Live, Intranasal Influenza Vaccine (2009-10) The flu nasal-spray (FluMist) vaccine, contains a live, attenuated (weakened) virus. It is recommended for people 2 to 49 years old who are not pregnant and do not have a chronic condition, such as asthma or diabetes. FluMist may provide more protection than a flu shot in years when the flu vaccine is not well-matched to the flu that is circulating in the community. Who needs a flu Vaccine? Everyone in your household should get a yearly flu shot, but its especially important for: • Children 6 months through 18 years old • Pregnant women • Anyone 50 years or older • Anyone with a chronic
