Advancing Healthcare Security: Exploring Applications, Challenges, and Future Research Paths in Healthcare 5.0

The transition, from Industry 4.0 to Industry 5.0 signifies a shift in the realm leading to notable changes in manufacturing processes and societal dynamics. Industry 5.0 leverages information technologies such as blockchain, cloud computing, big data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT) to offer personalized patient-focused healthcare services that aim for efficient and cost-effective medical care for individuals in need. This article aims to delve into the progression of the industry elucidating the principles behind both industrial revolutions and emphasizing the driving forces propelling the move towards Industry 5.0. Moreover, it explores how Industry 5.0 impacts the healthcare system by discussing its uses and effects on healthcare delivery. It also addresses security requirements and risks associated with Industry 5.0 while proposing a customized threat model to bolster security measures. By conducting an analysis of security frameworks in healthcare during both phases of advancement from Industry 4.0 to 5.0, this research sheds light on their evolution and deployment practices. Additionally, it thoroughly examines the challenges encountered when implementing Industry 5.0 in healthcare settings offering insights, into areas that require attention and development. The paper concludes by outlining areas, for research offering a roadmap to progress Healthcare 5.0 and tackle the new challenges, in the industry.