[dgb23]

> A lockdown isn't 'successful' it does little, except drag society into the dirt while a little time is bought to work things out.

Slowing down the spread is useful to soften the blow on medicinal infrastructure.

[aaron695]

The flatten the curve meme has become toxic. Maybe it always was.

Have a look at a flatten the curve with actual numbers not cartoons.

Make sure the hospital capacity is seasonal and accounts for the fact nurses and doctors will wear out and supply's will dwindle.

Then say it softens the blow.