Here are five key takeaways:
1. The market was valued at $50.81 billion in 2014.
2. By 2020, the market is projected to reach $82.89 billion, increasing at an 8.5 percent compound annual growth rate.
3. The growing aging population and increasing prevalence of HAIs is fueling market growth.
4. Factors hindering market growth include a lack of primary healthcare facilities, untrained staff as well as lack of awareness about HAI prevention and control measures.
5. North America dominates the market, with this region having a total value of $31.32 billion in 2014.
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