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In describing her cultural significance, Kaufman wrote that Swift was “patient zero for emotional contagion,” referring to the empathy that the pop star elicits from her fans.
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In a 2024 Los Angeles Times column, Amy Kaufman described Taylor Swift as "patient zero for emotional contagion," referring to the empathy Swift elicits from her fans.
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Emmett Lindner (attributing Amy Kaufman)
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News Article
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{
    "date": "2024",
    "quote": "patient zero for emotional contagion",
    "author": "Amy Kaufman",
    "person": "Taylor Swift",
    "publication": "Los Angeles Times"
}
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Media Attributed Statement Cultural Impact Taylor Swift
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Created
September 30, 2026 at 11:05 PM (1 week ago)
Last Updated
September 30, 2026 at 11:05 PM (1 week ago)

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Taylor Swift Named Her New Song ‘Patient Zero.’ Where Does the Term Originate?
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https://nytimes.com/2026/09/24/arts/music/taylor-swift-patient-zero-origin.html

Taylor Swift's new song 'Patient Zero' has sparked interest in the term's complex history. Coined by accident during the AIDS crisis, 'patient zero' is often a misnomer that can cause stigma.

Taylor Swift Patient Zero AIDS Epidemic Etymology Music Cultural Impact Public Health

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