NanoTess' flagship product, NanoSALV Catalytic, has changed the lives of hundreds of thousands of Canadians who live with complex wounds and skin conditions, their loved ones, and the healthcare teams who care for them.

 

Megan Leslie, NanoTess’ co-founder and CEO, hopes lighting up one of Calgary’s iconic landmarks will remind Calgarians living with complex wounds that they are not alone.

 

“At NanoTess, we strive to reduce barriers to skin and wound care. Part of that mission is visibility for people living with wounds. We know from experience that people living with wounds can feel marginalised and isolated and there is a stigma around chronic wounds which can make it hard to share that experience with friends and family. By shining a light on wounds, literally, we hope to empower more people to seek out care, explore alternative options, and learn about healthcare innovations, like NanoSALV Catalytic, which may support their healing.”

 

Made in Calgary, NanoSALV Catalytic is a Health Canada authorized medical device which is used by physicians, surgeons, and healthcare systems across Canada. It is powered by the company’s proprietary catalytic technology, CTM, which was also developed in Calgary.

 

CTM employs micron-scale catalysts that work on the surface of injured tissue at any stage, leveraging copper to fine-tune regenerative signalling and re-establish key biochemical signals. It enablesaccelerated healing, modulates inflammation, and acts as a broad-spectrum anti-microbial and anti-viral.  

 

Mariam Botros, Wounds Canada CEO, says innovative wound care solutions, like NanoSALV Catalytic, which focus on prevention and early intervention, are critical to healthcare systems and patients.  

 

"Wounds are a serious and often under-recognized health issue in Canada, affecting not only a person’s skin health and healing, but also their mobility, independence, dignity and quality of life. When wounds are prevented, identified early and treated with evidence-informed care, suffering is reduced, outcomes are improved, and pressures on families, communities and health systems are eased. Wounds Canada is committed to advancing skin health and better healing for people across Canada.”

 

As part of Wound Healing Awareness Month, NanoTess is also launching a national community healing and compassionate care campaign: Heal One, Heal Another.

 

“NanoTess is a company built on social enterprise values and we’re very proud of that. Since inception, we have supported more than 100 marginalised groups, non-profits, and individuals experiencing barriers to wound care, and we are excited to continue this work under Heal One, Heal Another,” says Leslie.

 

“We encourage Calgarians to check-in with those in their community who might be struggling with skin or wound challenges; a co-worker with diabetes, a neighbour with reduced mobility, seniors, or family caregivers. Through conversation and education, community action and healthcare innovation, we can make a difference in the lives of people living with wounds.”