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Is a window air conditioner safe to use in a young child's or baby's bedroom?

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Dr. Josephine Ruiz-healy answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Yes: As long as you maintain it, like any other ac and secure it very well.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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