Doctors to use electronic patient records from October 1stHealthcare in Germany is becoming more digital. On October 3rd, 1990, East and West Germany were officially unified, marking the beginning of the Federal Republic of Germany as we know it today. This year's Unity Day marks the 35th anniversary of Germany's reunification. READ ALSO: 'Unity Day' - How October 3rd became Germany's national holidayThe day is also a public holiday across the country. Large dolls seen on the market square in Schwerin at the opening of the central celebrations for the Day of German Unity in 2024.