Blockchain-Enhanced 5G Networks: Securing IoTDriven Medical Supply Chains
Yogesh Nagargoje, A Shravan, Bhavna Ambudkar · 2025
Managing medical supply chains powered by the Internet of Things (IoT) may be radically altered by integrating blockchain technology with 5G networks, which might radically alter communication and security. An essential component of real-time healthcare applications, ultra-reliable, low-latency communication is promised by the rapidly improving 5G networks. In delicate settings, such as medical supply chains, where interference or manipulation might have serious repercussions, the increasing connection brings additional concerns about the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of data. Blockchain technology provides a strong answer to these problems because to its decentralised, irreversible, and transparent attribute. Examining the ways in which 5G networks and blockchain may function together, this article delves into the ways in which blockchain can improve the safety of medical supply chains that rely on the Internet of Things (IoT). Specifically, it explains how blockchain can guarantee data integrity, prohibit unauthorised access, and make medical items traceable. By leveraging smart contracts, the proposed solution can automate various processes, improving efficiency and reducing human error. We also discuss the scalability of blockchain in handling the vast amounts of data generated in 5G-enabled IoT systems and examine the potential for enhancing trust among stakeholders in the healthcare ecosystem. The findings suggest that blockchain-enhanced 5G networks offer a promising framework for securing and optimizing IoTdriven medical supply chains in the digital age.