The 30-year-old -- who also won cycle 22 of “America’s Next Top Model” -- said he communicated with his doctor and, since he didn’t consider himself to be a high-risk case, DiMarco self-quarantined and monitored how things went during self-isolation.
\"In a perfect world, I would take the test,\" DiMarco added, noting how testing has been crucial in the fight against COVID-19. Due to the U.S. lacking enough kits to test everyone, though, he urged people to be more mindful of those who might be worse off than you. Staying at home if you feel sick, he also urged, is key to flattening the curve.
As for how he is feeling now, DiMarco said on Monday, he is \"back to 100% now.\"
\"Just that I need my ability to taste and smell back,\" he said, letting fans know not to worry about him. Then, he even joked that he didn’t need his hearing back.
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