I would say that be exposed to is more often used of bad things like cholera and violence on TV (although we can also be exposed to good influences, I suppose). Be put in touch with is usually used of nice and cuddly things: She put me in touch with my long-lost twin brother / my inner feelings / the 21st century .
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