This is a questionable thing to do, from an outsiders view and certainly seems like a lot of people to let go.  There were apparently communications issues with the medical staff so that piece I think i can understand, but not sure about the PR/Communications side.  

I do think it's interesting that this side of the business - which fans would rarely ever think about would generate press and this many comments from fans. It'll be interesting to see if there's any appreciable difference in how things are communicated in the coming months.