A First Book for Understanding Diabetes 12th Edition Companion Pink Panther MD A First Book for Understanding Diabetes serves as an essential companion to the 12th Edition of Understanding Diabetes, authored by H. Peter Chase, MD and David M. Maahs, MD, PhD. Published by the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes, this educational resource features the iconic Pink Panther on the cover to help engage younger readers or families navigating a new diagnosis. It provides clear, foundational information on managing diabetes in an accessible format. The softcover book is well-preserved with clean pages and a vibrant cover illustration.