Time vs volume There are a lot of discussions about "flattening the curve" and are accompanied by conceptual diagrams that show a flattened curve that is extended in time. A flatter curve will possibly provide the benefit of reduced strain on medical facilities and supplies. However, I am not able to find any discussion that says that the area under the curve will be less (or more?), meaning that the flatter curve will make any statistically significant difference in total number of infections and possible mortality. Is anyone aware of any credible discussion of this topic?