A rabies vaccination within 24 hours of being scratched by a cat will not usually result in serious consequences if not given in a timely manner, but is most effective when given within 24 hours. Rabies vaccination is recommended for both non-obvious bleeding and heavily bleeding wounds after being scratched by a cat, and in more serious cases, rabies immunoglobulin is also required for the injured person. Injections should preferably be completed within 24 hours and preferably not more than 72 hours for the injured person. The wound needs to be flushed with soapy water (or a weak alkaline cleanser) and running water alternately for more than 15 minutes and disinfected with iodophor. After being scratched by a cat, the injured person should pay attention to the cleanliness of the wound, get less water and keep the area dry. Do not scratch, squeeze or rub.